The Fall of Koli

I've enjoyed the first two volumes in this (very)post-apocalyptic trilogy. The books are set long after the fall of our world, in a society that has grown up amongst our ruins, without quite knowing what they are. They sit firmly in a classic tradition of British SF - think Richard Cowper's Road To Corlay books, John Christopher or the subset of writers encompassed by Junot Diaz' memorable line about the “British doomguys” - but bought right up to date. If that sounds appealing, go back and read the first one, The Book Of Koli, because there is no point starting here!

Those of us who have been on the ride with Koli and his ramshackle crew through the last two books however will find lots to enjoy. Stakes are raised, circles are completed, character arcs reach their ends, and there's a great big fight. The rising tension in the latter half of the book is expertly handled, as Carey marshals several separate storylines together and brings them to an exciting and satisfying climax.

A fantastic ending to an incredible trilogy. It had everything I wanted in it - more Spinner, more Koli, and way more Monono (yay!!). I loved every decision Carey made in this and worked my way through all 528 pages in a day - I couldn't put it down!

Excellent trilogy, my fav of the 3. Read them all now.